Becoming ill from food or water contamination when traveling abroad can put a real damper on your vacation. This topic may not be at the top of your list when planning your trip, but knowing how to prevent food poisoning is essential to having a good time. Here is what you need to know. The… Continue Reading
Stephanie Patterson is a published book author and travel columnist. Her latest book release is Know Before You Go: Traveling the U.S. and Abroad. She has seen a multitude of travelers facing situations that were beyond their control. Had they known what to expect, they could have averted the difficulties. Let’s keep that from happening to you.
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